Wild West Chili

Name: Wild West Chili
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 10 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 2 bacon strips, diced; 1 pound ground beef or venison; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3 to 5 drops hot pepper sauce; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 cup each finely chopped celery, onion and carrots; 1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper; 1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Cook: 70 min. YIELD: 6 servings.

My sister-in-law, who has cooked for many years at the family ranch, shared this hearty recipe with me. I make it often during the winter-it sure can warm you up after being outside doing chores!

Ingredients

2 bacon strips, diced
1 pound ground beef or venison
2 teaspoons chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 to 5 drops hot pepper sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup each finely chopped celery, onion and carrots
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained

Directions

1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, brown bacon and the beef or venison; drain. Add the seasonings; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, celery, onion, carrots and green pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes. Stir in beans; cook 30 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts

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